These are the best Crockpot Baked Potatoes. They’re super easy to make – load them up with your favourite toppings for a yummy dinner!
Who doesn’t love a baked potato?! This is one of the best hands-off methods and a recipe I turn to every time I need some comfort food but don’t feel like cooking.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Easy as pie: You just throw the potatoes in the slow cooker, set them and forget them!
- Add your own toppings: You can add your own toppings to change things up. You can even set up a toppings bar!
Ingredients and substitutions
- Russet potatoes – Idaho potatoes would also work.
- Shredded cheddar cheese – or another cheese like Monterey Jack.
- Bacon – turkey bacon would be a healthier option.
- Green onions – chives would also be good.
- Sour cream – use plain Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream for a healthier option.
How to make baked potatoes in the crockpot
Step 1: Prep the potatoes.
Prick them with a fork and wrap them in foil.
Step 2: Cook in the crockpot.
Cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 8 hours.
Step 3: Slice the potatoes.
Slice in half during the last 15 mins.
Step 4: Add on your toppings.
Load with your favourite toppings and serve!
Topping ideas
Here are some of my fave topping ideas! You can even set up a baked potato bar so guests can add whatever toppings they want.
- Protein: Pulled pork, BBQ chicken, shredded chicken, chili, sofritas, refried beans, black beans
- Sauces: Salsa, Buffalo sauce, lime crema, butter
- Veggies: Broccoli, red peppers, sliced jalapenos, corn
Frequently asked questions
What are the best kinds of potatoes to use?
I like using russet potatoes, but Idaho potatoes would also work.
Do I have to wrap the potatoes in foil?
I’d highly recommending using foil, as it’ll keep the potatoes from drying out by locking in the moisture.
How do I make the skins crispy?
If you want crispy skins, stick the potatoes under the broiler for a few minutes after cooking them in the crockpot.
What to serve with baked potatoes
These potatoes can be a full meal on their own, or you can serve them as a side dish with one of these mains:
Storing and reheating
Storing: Store leftovers without the toppings in the fridge for 5 days.
Reheating: Reheat in the oven (or toaster oven if you have one) for 10 mins at 350°F, or cover in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2-3 mins.
Freezing: Freeze each potato in foil for up to 3 months. Reheat right from frozen in the oven for 40 mins at 400°F.
Meal prep tools
- Grab some glass meal prep bowls if you plan on storing the leftovers for lunches.
- Freeze these baked potatoes in Ziploc bags up to 3 months to prevent freezer burn.
Easy Crockpot Baked Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes
Topping ideas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 strips bacon
- 2 green onions, sliced (or use chives)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Prick potatoes with a fork, wrap in foil, then add to crockpot. Cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 8 hours.
If loading potatoes with toppings
- Cook bacon at some point while potatoes are cooking.
- In the last 15 minutes of cooking time, slice the potatoes in half lengthwise, then add cheese.
- Remove potatoes from crockpot, then garnish with cooked bacon, green onions/chives and serve with sour cream. Enjoy!
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Comments & Reviews
MPaula says
I wonder why all your photos show the potatoes wrapped in foil? There is no mention of foil anywhere in your writing.
Taylor Stinson says
Sorry about that, it looks like I neglected to add the foil instructions in the recipe card! It’s been fixed now 🙂